YMCA Ireland

YMCA is a voluntary organisation that works with children, young people, families and the community, with particular regard to those who are disadvantaged and disaffected. Underpinned by Christian principles, each YMCA responds to local need and seeks to share and learn from being a part of a national and international movement. he YMCA has existed in Ireland for 160 years. There are 19 local YMCAs providing services ranging from peace building to vocational training. We have built expertise in specialist work with families, youth justice, schools and health work all founded on the principles of effective non formal education. Approximately 26,000 young people use our services every year. he Irish YMCA works both sides of the border and shares learning and kinship across the cultural divide.